Gold Jewish marriage ring, the wide hoop with raised and rounded edges and the centre divided into three belts, the middle one of vine leaves, grapes and tendrils, the side belts with dots and circles of twisted wire

The distinctive Jewish wedding ring has been in use since the seventh and eighth centuries. Their origin, however, remains unknown. They were originally ascribed to Venice where there was a large population of Jews, but the enamelled gold filigree work is closer in style to that of Transylvanian goldsmiths. They were only used during the ceremony. The bridegroom placed it on the middle finger of the bride's right hand.